Max Planck Research Internships in Germany 2027
Introduction
The Max Planck research internships provide students and qualified industry applicants with the opportunity to gain practical research experience in computer science at leading Max Planck Institutes in Germany. The program is open to exceptional Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral students from around the world with an interest in computer science research.
Internships are offered at the Max Planck Institutes for Informatics, Software Systems, and Security and Privacy. Interns work directly with faculty mentors on research projects tailored to their academic background, research interests, and previous experience.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
About the Max Planck Research Internships
The Max Planck research internship program offers students and qualified industry professionals the opportunity to gain practical experience in computer science research. Each intern works with a faculty mentor, with the research project tailored to the applicant’s academic background, research interests, and previous experience.
A typical internship lasts between 12 and 14 weeks, although longer placements may be possible. Interns work in an English-speaking and international research environment, gaining valuable research experience that may support future academic or professional careers.
Scholarship Benefits
- Stipend for all admitted interns.
- Housing costs covered.
- Round-trip travel costs between the applicant’s usual residence and the hosting institute covered.
- Typical internship duration of 12–14 weeks.
- Direct research experience under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
- Access to an internationally recognized computer science research environment.
- Opportunity to work on advanced computer science research projects.
- Potential opportunity to contribute to academic publications.
- English-speaking, multicultural, and diverse working environment.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be an exceptional Bachelor’s, Master’s, or doctoral student.
- Have a basic academic background in Computer Science or a closely related field.
- Have an interest in computer science research.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Industry professionals with a comparable background and interest in academic computer science research may also apply.
- Applicants seeking Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis opportunities may apply where their university permits the internship to count toward a thesis.
- Demonstrate an academic background appropriate for the proposed research project.
Required Documents
- Completed online application form.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Academic transcripts.
- Contact information for at least one academic or professional reference.
- Motivation letter, if desired.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Review the available Max Planck computer science research internship opportunities.
- Prepare your CV, academic transcripts, reference details, and optional motivation letter.
- Complete and submit the online internship application.
- Indicate preferred faculty members and your preferred internship period, where applicable.
- Participating research groups will review your application and may invite you for a phone interview.
- Wait for the application outcome by email.
- If selected, communicate with your assigned faculty mentor to finalize the internship dates and research project.
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